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Division Neuroscience
Maastricht Institute Brain Behavior, Maastricht
Dr. Hendrik (Harry) Wilhelm Maria Steinbusch is a distinguished Dutch neuroscientist and Professor Emeritus of Cellular and Translational Neuroscience at Maastricht University, The Netherlands. Born in 1950 in Kerkrade, he earned his Ph.D. cum laude at the Catholic University of Nijmegen in 1982 with a groundbreaking dissertation on serotonergic neurons in the rat brain. Over a career spanning more than four decades, Dr. Steinbusch has made pioneering contributions to the understanding of brain development, neuroplasticity, aging, depression, and neurodegeneration. His work has particularly highlighted the link between early-life stress, depression, and Alzheimer’s disease. He has supervised more than 107 Ph.D. students, authored over 615 scientific publications, and achieved a Hirsch index (h-index) of 110, with over 45,000 citations. His leadership extended far beyond research, having established and directed multiple international neuroscience programs and networks, including EURON, NENS, and MHeNS. In recognition of his outstanding contributions, he has received several Lifetime Achievement Awards (Italy, South Korea, International Society for Serotonin Research) and was knighted in the Order of the Dutch Lion (2018). He continues to be highly active in fostering global collaborations, mentoring young scientists, and advancing translational neuroscience research.
Division of Neurosurgery
Spedali Civili Hospital, Brescia
Dr. Edoardo Agosti is a neurosurgeon and PhD candidate at the University of Brescia, Italy. Currently a PGY5 resident in the Division of Neurosurgery, his main interests focus on skull base and cerebrovascular pathologies, with particular expertise in endoscopic endonasal surgery. He has received advanced international training, including research fellowships in skull base and neurovascular surgery at Mayo Clinic (USA) and observerships in Paris under Prof. Froelich. Dr. Agosti is an active member of the Italian Society of Neurosurgery and the Italian Skull Base Society, has served as an ad hoc reviewer for international journals, and was awarded the Beretta Foundation research grant in 2021 for cerebral oncology research.
Medicine
Interdisciplinary Department of Medicine, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Bari
Prof. Francesco Inchingolo, MD, DMD, O.M.F.S, M.P.H is a Full Professor of Odontostomatological Diseases at the University of Bari “Aldo Moro,” Italy, where he also serves as Director of the School of Specialization in Orthodontics. With over four decades of academic, clinical, and research experience, he has authored more than 440 peer-reviewed publications and several book chapters. His research spans medicine and dentistry, stem cells, regenerative medicine, implantology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, public health, and biotechnology. A recipient of numerous national and international awards, he is recognized among the world’s Top 2% Scientists (Stanford University ranking) and frequently serves as an invited speaker at global scientific conferences.
Pharmacology, Smt Kishoritai Bhoyar College of Pharmacy Kamptee, Nagpur, India
Pharmacology
Dr. Mayur Bhimrao Kale is a dedicated researcher and academician in the field of neuropharmacology and pharmaceutical sciences, with a strong focus on understanding the molecular and behavioral underpinnings of neurological and psychiatric disorders. His research expertise lies in neurobehavioral paradigms, mitochondrial dysfunction, neurodevelopmental disorders, and the therapeutic potential of endogenous amines and phytochemicals. He has contributed significantly to advancing knowledge on the role of agmatine, gut–brain axis interactions, and neuroinflammation in the pathophysiology of neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental conditions. His recent works also extend to exploring biomarkers of aging, sound-based Vedic interventions, and the impact of environmental stressors such as electromagnetic fields on brain development and function. Dr. Kale has authored and co-authored several peer-reviewed articles in reputed international journals, along with book chapters highlighting translational aspects of neuroscience research. He is actively involved in mentoring young researchers and students, fostering innovation through participation in initiatives like the Smart India Hackathon and incubation-driven healthcare product development. In addition to his academic contributions, Dr. Kale is engaged in interdisciplinary collaborations that bridge pharmacology, behavioral neuroscience, and precision medicine. His long-term vision is to contribute toward developing novel therapeutic strategies and non-invasive interventions that can alleviate the burden of neurological disorders and improve quality of life.
Medicine, Georgian National University, Tbilisi
Department of Medicine
Dr. Tatia Aprasidze, MD, PhD, is a pediatric neurologist at M. Iashvili Children’s Central Hospital in Tbilisi, Georgia, and Associate Professor at Georgian National University. She is also a visiting lecturer at David Tvildiani Medical University. She earned her PhD in 2023 on childhood arterial ischemic stroke and completed postdoctoral research at the University Children’s Hospital, Inselspital Bern, Switzerland, supported by the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship and the EAN Fellowship. Her clinical and research expertise includes pediatric stroke, epilepsy, and neurodevelopmental disorders. She has presented at leading international congresses, published widely, and received the Young Investigator Award at the World Stroke Congress in 2018.
